Green
Local sorting guide
Beijing, China bin colours.
Use the colour, printed label and scope together. The guide below does not replace address-specific collection schedules.
Quick sorting reference
What goes in each colour
Blue
Recyclables
Waste paper, plastic, glass, metal, electronic waste and fabrics accepted by the systemBeijing municipal household-waste classificationRed
Hazardous waste
Specified hazardous batteries, fluorescent lamps, thermometers, medicines, paint, solvents and pesticidesBeijing municipal household-waste classificationGray
Other waste
Household waste that is neither kitchen, recyclable nor hazardous wasteBeijing municipal household-waste classificationAlways read the label on the actual container. Colours are not globally standardised.
Before using a coloured bin or bag
- Confirm that the guide applies to your municipality, neighbourhood or operator.
- Read the label on the container and check the accepted product format.
- Keep batteries, electronics, chemicals and other special waste out of ordinary household streams.